The Internet plays an important role in how people learn, communicate, do business and go about their daily lives. We advise the Australian Government about all Australians having access to high-quality, reliable and affordable Internet services.

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National broadband network

The national broadband network will give all Australians access to very fast broadband over fixed lines, wireless or via...
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Internet governance

Australia’s internet is managed through Australian law, policies and global coordination.
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Competition in broadband

The Australian Government has policies to make broadband services more competitive.
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What's new

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WLAN Prototype Test Bed – exhibiting its place in history
The CSIRO wireless local area network (WLAN) Prototype Test Bed is being recognised in the National Museum of Australia’s “A...
Three of the five scientists who contributed to the invention of the wireless local access network (from left) Graham Daniels, Terry Percival and John O’Sullivan, showcase what is to be the 101st object in the exhibition A History of the World in 100 Obje
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nbn satellite service opens for business
Fast broadband is now available those living in regional Australia with the nbn satellite Sky Muster offering commercial...
Satellite dishes
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Combatting illegal offshore gambling
New protections for consumers and tougher laws against overseas gambling providers have been announced today in response to the...
Login screen with username and password options.
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Messages for Girls in ICT Day
28 April 2016 is Girls in ICT Day—an annual International Telecommunications Union (ITU) event to empower and encourage girls...
Jo Brennan IT Security Advisor
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Policies (Internet)

The Interactive Gambling Act 2001

Published

It’s illegal to provide some interactive gambling activities, such as 'online casinos', to someone in Australia. Examples include roulette, poker, craps, online 'pokies' and blackjack. Any game of chance, including games of mixed chance and skill played over the internet, is prohibited under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 if it’s provided to someone who is physically in Australia....

Anti-Spam legislation

Published

Spam Act 2003 Explanatory memorandum Spam (Consequential Amendments) Act 2003 Explanatory memorandum Spam Regulations 2004 Explanatory statement

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Current consultations

Consultation on a class pit and pipe exemption instrument
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Proposed changes to the pit and pipe requirements for rural developments

We are seeking your feedback on a draft instrument to exempt certain developments in rural and remote areas from the requirement to install fibre-ready pit and pipe under Part 20A of the Telecommunications Act 1997.

Started September 23, 2016 10:00 AEST
Ends October 14, 2016 17:00 AEDT
Days Remaining 16 of 21
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Consultation on the telecommunications anti-competitive conduct laws

The Government is seeking comments from interested stakeholders on the ongoing operation of the telecommunications-specific anti-competitive conduct laws in Part XIB of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 given wider changes to the Act.

Started September 05, 2016 08:00 AEST
Ends September 30, 2016 17:00 AEST
Days Remaining 3 of 25
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